A MAP OF HOME COUNTRIES AND LANGUAGES DURATION 60 minutes AGE RECOMMENDATION 12 KEY WORDS language awareness, cultural diversity in class LANGUAGES OF THE ORIGINAL SOURCE English MATERIALS NEEDED a large map of the world, stickers or post-it notes, photos or drawings of the pupils AIM OF THE ACTIVITY The aim of the activity is to improve the language and cultural consciousness in class and pay attention to the linguistic and cultural diversity and potential in a class. The pupils build better understanding of each other as well as reflecting on their own languages and origin. PREPARATION FOR THE ACTIVITY The map of the world should be hung up in a visible position and the materials distributed. The teacher can start to explain the exercise. SIGNIFICANT BENEFIT OF THE ACTIVITY This activity is not primarily about language learning but about reflecting on different languages and cultures. This exercise contributes to underline the value of language and cultural diversity as well as ...
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